Olympus E-PL7 vs Olympus SZ-30MR

Below, we will be looking at the Olympus E-PL7 vs Olympus SZ-30MR, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are built by Olympus. The image resolution of the E-PL7 (16MP) and the SZ-30MR (16MP) is relatively similar but the E-PL7 (Four Thirds) and SZ-30MR (1/2.3") possess different sensor sizing.

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The E-PL7 was announced 3 years after the SZ-30MR which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-PL7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus SZ-30MR being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the E-PL7 matches up against the SZ-30MR with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-PL7 and Olympus SZ-30MR. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus E-PL7 Gallery and Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-PL7 offers outer measurements of 115mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 357 grams (0.79 lbs) while the Olympus SZ-30MR has measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Check the Olympus E-PL7 vs Olympus SZ-30MR in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the E-PL7 versus the SZ-30MR.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the E-PL7 and SZ-30MR is 86 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizes just by reviewing technical specs. The image below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the E-PL7 and SZ-30MR.

As you can tell, both cameras have got the exact same MP albeit different sensor sizes. The E-PL7 includes the bigger sensor which should make obtaining shallow DOF easier. The newer E-PL7 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.